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I need recs for good BBQ along the length of CT-15 from I-84 to NY

I am new to Chowhound postings (this being my first) and thought I would seek the advice of you Chowhound regulars. My wife and I are traveling to Adelphi University to visit our son and recently came across CT-15. Much easier to drive vs. I-95; I am looking for good BBQ anywhere along this route that is not too far from the exit. Any help will be gladly appreciated.

This is not a food answer, but a navigational tip. I would take 84 to 684 to the Hutch through New York. It's best to avoid southern Connecticut altogether. That being said, I don't know any BBQ along either route.

You can do 84 to 8 to 15 - and stop off 84 in Farmington CT at Flaggstead Smokehouse on Farmington Ave. The owner is from Austin, TX, and has excellent, authentic Texas BBQ - the brisket is amazing. It's no more than 10 minutes off the highway, and a straight shot back afterwards.